DN Solutions

Sketch Turn

Sketch Turn is a specific part of NC programming automation software designed to help even users, with even a limitedd knowledge of machining, to create machining programs for DN Solutions’ turning centers.

The main menus are placed vertically (and logically) to match the real programming creation processes
- while the sub-menus are aligned horizontally for easier use.

The information relating to tools and cutting conditions are input into a database for effective management and to build up a bank of machining knowledge.
It also provides a 3D simulation function for predicting machining outcomes and results.

① Overview
Displays basic information of materials and processes
② Main menu
All of the processes needed to create the NC code are arranged vertically.
- Program management
- Workpiece and machine setting
- Process List Management
- Process Setting (Shape Information, Machining strategy, Cutting Conditions etc.)
- Simulation
- Turret, Tools DB Management
③ Other information
Message window displays errors and execution info, soft keys
④ Sub-menus and operation screen
Parameter entry and cutting simulation check

HighlightsShorter programming time and higher productivity 

- 50~70 % reduced programming time compared to manual NC code programming.
- 90% reduced programming time using the copy/paste function when creating similar cutting programs.
- Cuts pre-machining test time and checks for errors using 3D graphic simulation.
- Optimized for DN Solutions - no post-processing needed.

Main Functions

- - Programs can be created, changed and deleted using the soft keys.
- - Use of copy/paste functions saves time when creating a program similar to an existing one.
- - Output of machining plan.
- - Output of the NC code.
- - Supports 2-axis and C/Y axis processing for turning centers and provides a view of process.
- - 2 axes: Turning, grooving, drilling tapping etc.
- - C/Y axes: Drilling, tapping, slotting, pocketing contour cutting etc.
- - Uses sub-spindle for all processes.
- - Use of soft keys facilitates change, insertion, deletion and copying of process.
- - Easy defining and editing of shapes using the shape list.
- - Easy input and editing via parameterized shape information.
- - Save/retrieval of shapes.
- - Automated calculation of complicated drawing input.
- - Extended menus for the fine tuning of parameters.
- - Detailed illustration of each parameter.
- - Appropriate tool and cutting conditions prompted from the tool database.
- - Management and re-use of machining data by using cutting condition save/retrieval functionality 3D cutting simulation.
- - Easy checking of tool path and G code.
- - Pre-check of finishing and collision.
- - Various simulation modes and simulated speed control.
- - CNC information display.
- - Cutting cycle time prediction.
- - Visualized tool list for easier selection of tools.
- - Comprehensive lists of images and icons.
- - Management of tool shape information and the cutting conditions database.
- - Similar intuitive turret information.